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Evaluation of noise parameter characterization methods for radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) device

S. KORAKKOTTIL KUNHI MOHD1,2,* , NORLAILI MOHD NOH2, O. SIDEK1

Affiliation

  1. Collaborative Microelectronic Design Excellence Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
  2. School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Abstract

This study evaluates several tuner-less noise parameter characterization methods. The theory, equation, and procedure are described in detail as implemented in this study. The tuner-less noise parameter characterization methods are classified into three categories: noise power, direct, and multiple source impedance methods. Comparison of the conventional noise parameter characterization method with the three categories is performed in terms of the measurement setup and procedure. The advantage of each method over the other is also highlighted. The objective of this work is to provide an overview in choosing the best method for the noise characterization based on available resources. In addition, from the comprehensive theory, equation, and procedure as given in this paper, an in-depth knowledge about the accurate tunerless noise characterization methods can be acquired..

Keywords

Noise characterization, Noise parameter, Tuner-less noise parameter, Noise extraction, Review on noise measurement.

Submitted at: July 25, 2013
Accepted at: May 15, 2014

Citation

S. KORAKKOTTIL KUNHI MOHD, NORLAILI MOHD NOH, O. SIDEK, Evaluation of noise parameter characterization methods for radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) device, Journal of Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials Vol. 16, Iss. 5-6, pp. 591-599 (2014)